Born Quote by Zora Neale Hurston
“But as de old folk always say, Ah'm born but Ah ain't dead. No tellin' whut Ah'm liable tuh do yet.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Their Eyes Were Watching God, 1937
The speaker acknowledges being alive, not yet finished, and uncertain about future obligations.
In simple terms: Life continues; unknown duties ahead.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty and keep moving.
Themes
life
uncertainty
identity
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- daily decisions
- personal growth
- creative pursuits
- social roles
Key Concepts
existentialism
self-discovery
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities feel most pressing now?
- How do you define your purpose?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook systemic constraints on agency.
![“Ships at a distance have every man's wish on board. For some they come in with the tide. For others they sail forever on the horizon, never out of sight, never landing until the Watcher turns his eyes away in resignation, his dreams mocked to death by Time. That is the life of men [and women].” quote by Zora Neale Hurston](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/b4c/zora-neale-hurston-923_death_ships-at-a-distance-have-every-man-s-wis_14724.jpg)
